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Zen Studios Announces Marvel Pinball

Pinball FX 2 is getting a super-powered expansion. Zen Studios and Marvel Entertainment announced today that Iron Man, Spider-Man, Wolverine, and Blade will try to save the world from the most notorious super villains -- and rack up the high score -- in Marvel Pinball.

Pinball FX 2 launched for Xbox Live Arcade as part of the Game Feast promotion on October 27, and with Marvel Pinball, the platform will make its debut on the PlayStation 3. The super hero expansion brings four new tables to the existing game.

"We are so honored to work with the greatest super heroes of all time, and have really focused our efforts into bringing each distinct personality to this one-of-a-kind pinball experience," said Zen's Zsolt Kigyossy. "You will find each Marvel Pinball table captures the essence of each super hero, creating a game that is an authentic Marvel experience."

Zen Studios did not provide pricing or a release date, but the developers said to expect to see Marvel Pinball on Live and PSN before the end of the year. And if all goes well, other Marvel characters are set to follow in Iron man, Spider-Man, Wolverine, and Blade's footsteps.

"With Marvel Pinball, Zen Studios has created some truly excellent tables that not only demonstrate their expertise in creating an excellent pinball experience, but also their passion for Marvel and its characters," said T.Q. Jefferson, Marvel's director of games. "We look forward to working with ZEN for many more tables to come."

Sharkey says: Indiana Jones The Pinball Adventure is my favorite pinball game of all time, and writing this article brought back fond memories of Sallah quotes, The Path of Adventure, and the six ball multiball. I'm not much of a virtual pinball guy, but if this one made it to Live or PSN, I'd download it in an instant.